Location: City Centre
Top Things to do in City Centre
The 10 Best Historic Sites in City Centre, Scotland
As Scotland’s largest city, Glasgow is famed for its culture, shopping and people. Spend your day exploring a wide range of fascinating free museums and galleries, enjoying the UK’s best shopping outside of London, and taking advantage of tips from friendly local people on the city’s hidden gems — then choose from 130+ weekly musical events for a special night out. Glasgow is also the perfect base for exploring more of Scotland, with great connections to the Highlands and the islands.
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1. Grosvenor Building
2. Glasgow Savings Bank Building
3. The Daily Record Building
4. Court Knowe Monument
5. The Tenement House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 697 reviews
** Currently closed due to Covid 19 crisis ** The Tenement House is a National Trust for Scotland property in Glasgow's City Centre. With 1892 original features it provides a rare glimpse into life in Glasgow in the early 20th century. The house, lived in by Miss Agnes Toward for over half a century is a unique opportunity to experience collections in their unchanged environment. See what it meant to be an 'independent woman' in the first half of the 20th century; experience how ordinary folk lived, and appreciate how many of the household amenities we now take for granted were considered luxuries less than a century ago. Authentic gas lighting has been installed to recreate the atmosphere of the house, which didn't have electric lighting until 1960. An exhibition on the ground floor makes the most of Miss Toward's extensive personal archive, providing a valuable time capsule for visitors today. Toilet facilities and a gift shop are available on the exhibition floor.
Reviewed By Medievalhistorylover
Looked after by the NTS, the House gives an insight into tenement dwellings in the early 1900's. Photos (without flash) can be taken; the guides are very friendly and knowledgeable. If walking to the property, the easiest (and quickest) route is from Sauchiehall Street and following the brown tourist attraction signs.
6. City Chambers
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 983 reviews
Inaugurated by Queen Victoria in 1888, Glasgow City Chambers dominates George Square and is currently home to Glasgow City Council. The grand marble staircase and banqueting hall are among the building's many highlights. Free guided tours are conducted at 10:30am and 2:30pm on weekdays except public holidays and special events.
Reviewed By cindyb1973
Although we did not get to actually tour this building, we were able to walk around the lobby/reception area, Absolutely gorgeous place, gorgeous marble and stairways, I believe guided tours are also available, we were just there after hours but there was a staff person at the reception desk and he was very helpful. And the United States Statue of Liberty stands on top of this building!!! Across the street from this building is George Square that boasts several statues and memorial sites, easy walk around and informative as well.
7. Glasgow Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,963 reviews
The medieval Glasgow Cathedral has been in constant use for worship for over 800 years, and is of great architectural and historic interest. Highlights include one of the finest post-war collections of stained glass windows in Britain, and the ceiling in the Blackadder Aisle which was built around 1500 by Archbishop Blackadder. Cared for by Historic Scotland and open to visitors throughout the year from 9.30am except Sundays when it is open at 1pm. Recitals and special family events are a regular feature. Closing times vary seasonally.
Reviewed By 743iftikhara
We arrived 2 days earlier than our guided Scotland and Ireland tour. These are the things everyone must do here. The Glasgow Cathedral, The Necropolis and the Tennent's Brewery. Tennent's Lager is on tap in every bar in Scotland and Ireland. Even if you dont like beer. You must have a pint from a tap. At the Cathedral, St. Mungo , Glasgow's patron saint from the 6th century, lies buried under the slabs of the church, we met a gentleman volunteer who took us on a tour and was a wealth of knowledge. He refused to accept money. Find a volunteer/guide. You will not return as the same person. The Necropolis is so amazing. Read up on it before you go. Also get on the hop on hop off to see other sites. Its cheap. You will not regret it. (We went in 2017) Need at least 2 to 3 days.
8. Provand's Lordship
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 406 reviews
Reviewed By P4339WFanthonyp - Brighton, United Kingdom
This was on our to do list, its full of real history, all the display give a real insight to people´s lives and hardships, the video displays are also very good. A nice cafe and gift shop finish off a very interesting visit
9. Trades Hall of Glasgow
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
The Trades Hall of Glasgow is a historical building dating back to the 1700's. It is still used for its original purpose as a meeting place for The Trades House. It is also a fantastic wedding venue, offering elegance and class, in the heart of the Merchant City. Hold your special day here and we will ensure it's all you dreamed it to be!
10. Merchant's House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By vessi80 - North Lanarkshire, United Kingdom
Like others,I have admired the exterior of this building and gazed up at the 'Ship and Globe' above the Dome. Built in 1877, the elegant John Burnet interior can only be viewed if you are lucky enough to attend a function here or to be involved with the Merchants House organisation itself . However on 'Open Sesame' or rather Glasgow Doors Open 2018, all was revealed. Opulent marble staircase, stained glass ,ornate ceilings and panelled walls bearing names of generous donors past and present. The welcome was as splendid as the surroundings. Excellent video intro, leaflets and volunteers in each stately room ready to answer our questions. The Lord Dean and other members of the Board spoke of the history of this famous house and its charitable role right up to present day - sounds boring? Wrong. These highly entertaining speakers could be on 'Newsnight'- it really is how you tell the story and they told it well ! Funds are not just given to individuals in need but to a range of charitable institutions in the City. Obviously quite a portion of the profits from the events hosted here are channelled into the charity. Hopefully the doors will open again next September or even more hopefully you can attend a function or concert here. Anyone cancels, I shall be happy to take a seat in that fine 'Grand Hall'
